When: January 15, 2026, from 8 AM to 1:30 PM Where: Governor Calvert House, Annapolis, MD Theme: 2026 Legislative Outlook For Economic Development At the 2026 MEDA Winter Conference, public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that the Maryland General Assembly will consider during the 2026 session. Click here to view...
Help us advocate for Mountain Maryland amongst our State's top elected officials! JOIN US FOR THE 49th ANNUAL P.A.C.E. RECEPTION! PACE is an important part of making Maryland's political leadership aware of the needs and the specific requests of Allegany and Garrett Counties. This effort is vital when it comes time for the Senate or House...
Presented by AAEDC, the inaugural Arundel Biz Expo offers a unique, all-in-one experience designed exclusively for Anne Arundel County businesses of every size, age, and sector. It’s a day built around connection, insight, and opportunity, bringing together the entire business community under one roof - the beautiful Hotel at Arundel Preserve! Through a powerful mix of...
When: February 18, 2026 Where: President’s Conference Center/West, Miller Senate Office Building Please join us on February 18, 2026, for Economic Development Day! Held during the legislative session in Annapolis, Economic Development Day is your opportunity to hear from key officials on the issues that impact your job creation efforts. Join us to connect with...
When: April 26-28, 2026 Where: Hyatt Regency, Chesapeake Bay, Cambridge, Maryland Theme: The A-MAZING World of Economic Development: Navigating Complexity. Embracing Innovation. Driving Impact. Stay tuned for more information!
REGISTRATION WILL GO LIVE IN EARLY 2026 When: July 27 - 31, 2026 Where: Virtual Whether you’re new to the world of economic development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher, the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course is your ticket to the fundamental concepts, strategies, and tools needed to be successful in today's...
When: July 29, 2026 Where: Virtual More information will be coming soon!
When: October 6-7, 2026 Where: Hagerstown, MD Stay tuned for more information! Check out the photo album from last year!
When: October 12-16, 2026 Overview Economic Development Week in Maryland will emphasize the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase understanding of economic development’s contribution to the state’s business climate, job retention and growth, the tax base, and the overall quality of life in Maryland. Recognition Economic...
When: October 22, 2026 Where: Harford County, MD More information will be coming soon!
